Long-stay visitor visa (VLS-TS visiteur) (Visa long séjour valant titre de séjour « visiteur »)
Long-stay visitor visa (VLS-TS visiteur) is a residence route in France (Mezzi propri). Sufficient resources ≥ net SMIC (~€1,440/month, more for family), health insurance, French accommodation, undertaking not to work; renew as multi-year visitor card. Fees: visa €99 + residence card €225 per adult.
Passive-income and financially independent residence →Requirements at a glance
You need an annual income of about CHF 16'262. Spouse and children can usually be included. Permanent residence: after 5 years. Citizenship can be possible after about 5 years.
How holders are taxed
Worldwide 0–45%; dividends 31.4% PFU; IFI property wealth tax
Next steps
Check the official page for the current rules and fees, compare this route with the other programmes on the interactive map, and talk to a licensed immigration lawyer or authorised agent before applying.
| Categoria | Mezzi propri |
|---|---|
| Investimento | — |
| Tasse (famiglia) | CHF 700 |
| Reddito / anno | CHF 16'262 |
| Patrimonio | — |
| Soggiorno min. | — |
| Residenza perm. | 5 |
| Cittadinanza | 5 |
| Lavoro | no |
| Ammessi | non-EU/EEA/CH nationals |
| Imposte | Worldwide 0–45%; dividends 31.4% PFU; IFI property wealth tax |
| Stato al | 2026-10 |
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